Data Scout

About the role

You own the full data lifecycle from first contact to final delivery in this role at Neptune North. The position demands clear communication and structured problem solving as you act as the main bridge between technology and finance teams. You will chart new vendor territory to map data landscapes and commercial models with a sharp commercial focus. Building foundational datasets and query logic with strict quality standards for finance teams will be a core part of your daily work. You will scan vendor catalogs to verify documentation clarity and pricing alignment with business goals on a regular basis. Coordinating schedules with consumers to define precise requirements and success metrics is essential for project success. Testing early outputs confirms that data structures meet accuracy and timeliness expectations before wider deployment. You will guide partners through integration steps so that dashboards and reports function as intended for end users. Translating analyst requests into technical specifications for external data providers completes your core scope. Maintaining living directories that track source health, coverage, and update frequency adds long-term value to data operations.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Investigate vendor ecosystems and catalog data offerings to identify suitable sources for financial analysis.
• Construct foundational datasets and query logic that adhere to rigorous quality standards for finance stakeholders.
• Audit vendor documentation and pricing structures to ensure alignment with defined business objectives and compliance needs.
• Coordinate detailed requirement sessions with internal consumers to lock down precise specifications and success metrics.
• Execute validation tests on early data outputs to confirm structural integrity, accuracy, and timely delivery.
• Orchestrate integration steps with technology partners to ensure dashboards and reports operate as expected in production.
• Translate complex analyst requests into precise technical specifications for external data providers and vendors.
• Curate and maintain dynamic directories that monitor source health, coverage breadth, and data update frequencies.
• Liaise across international office networks to support data initiatives that align with global client priorities.
• Apply creative analytical thinking to explore novel applications of diverse datasets in financial contexts.
• Uphold strict attention to detail while managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Document processes and decisions to ensure clarity, reproducibility, and ease of knowledge transfer for future work.
• Support the deployment of data solutions from initial testing through to final delivery and stakeholder sign-off.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of data sourcing methodologies and tooling standards within the team.

Requirements

A demonstrable interest in financial markets, data streams, and enabling technology is fundamental for success in this position. You will possess an understanding of alternative data sources such as satellite, web-scraped, transaction, and sentiment signals in your prior experience. Your profile will show the ability to manage multiple tasks while keeping high attention to detail under pressure in a demanding environment. You must have strong analytical skills and the ability to think creatively about the potential applications of different datasets in your work approach. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, with the confidence to engage with colleagues and external contacts at all organizational levels. Proficiency in Excel is mandatory for day-to-day operations and reporting responsibilities in this role. Exposure to SQL, Python, or data visualisation tools such as Tableau is advantageous for handling complex data tasks. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving startup environment that values autonomy and shared purpose. The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a distributed team structure across international offices is essential. You must be able to commit to the full scope of work as defined in the official job listing without deviation from stated expectations.

Nice to have

Strong analytical skills and the ability to think creatively about the potential applications of different datasets define your analytical approach to problem solving. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to engage with colleagues and external contacts at all levels, are viewed as highly preferred attributes for this role.

Practical notes

This is a full-time position based in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, with a competitive compensation of £55,000 per year. The role operates within an international office network, requiring occasional coordination across locations. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom without sponsorship at this time. No specific visa sponsorship is provided for this position. Please note that the official job listing contains further details on remote policy, precise pay structure, and exact start date information that should be reviewed before applying.